Dr. James Scott Murakami PH.D.
Psychologist | Clinical Child & Adolescent
908 Tulare Berkeley CA, 94707Practice Philosophy
Traditional Medicine
About
I believe that everyone should have access to sensitive, empathic helping professionals in times of need. I work collaboratively and deeply believe in clients resilience.
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psychotherapy
- Psychological & Cognitive Testing
- Psychoeducational Testing
- Psychoeducational Testing (school Assessments)
Professional Memberships
- Attending Psychologist Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center 1994 - 2000
Publications
- Methods of Information in MedicineForcasting Survival in the Medical Intensive Care Unit1993
- Medical Decision MakingDiagnostic Reasoning of High and Low Domain Knowledge Clinicians1993
Experience & Accolades
- Clinical Supervisor2000 - 2010Youth and Family Services, IncProvided clinical supervision to advanced psychology students, conducted individual and family therapy, and comprehensive psychological assessments. Taught the therapy and assessment seminars.
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